Eric Brooker

The Channel Standard

An experienced, data-driven advisory firm that methodically empowers suppliers to boost visibility and drive growth. Leading the way in channel excellence, we provide tailored solutions and actionable insights that transform your bottom line.

Founder & CEO

Counsel Culture

Host of the award-winning Counsel Culture podcast, ranked in the top 1% globally, and keynote speaker on leadership and culture. Known for delivering transformative insights on self-leadership, vulnerability, and presence, empowering organizations to thrive. Offers coaching in leadership, sales, and culture, along with emcee services for corporate and nonprofit events.

Keynote Speaker | Coach | Podcast Host | Bestselling Author

YOU ARE ENOUGH!

Author of the national bestseller You Are Enough: Overcoming Lifelong Doubts of Worthiness (October 2023), a deeply personal journey through loss, grief, and hope. This powerful work explores self-leadership and the healing process, offering readers a path to embrace their worthiness, even amidst life’s challenges. Through heartfelt storytelling, it inspires others to find strength, resilience, and the truth that You Are Enough.

Author

Bluewave Technology Group

Led transformative M&A initiatives, completing a projected three-year effort in just nine months. By month seven, achieved line of sight to the original three-year EBITDA target. This accelerated success significantly enhanced market presence and positioned the organization for long-term growth. Transitioned out of the business as planned after achieving EBITDA goals, enabling the seamless integration of acquired companies.

Vice President, Strategic Partnerships

Bigleaf Networks

Led sales, strategy, and GTM initiatives for a state-of-the-art SD-WAN solution. Oversaw a channel-exclusive sales organization, driving exceptional execution and exceeding targets. Established Bigleaf Networks as a recognized leader in the SD-WAN space. Played a pivotal role in strengthening the company’s presence in the channel community.

Vice President of Sales

Senior Director, National Partner Programs

Broadvoice

Built a comprehensive framework, refining the sales process and enhancing data collection through the CRM. Delivered coaching and training to ensure adoption, driving employee retention and consistent revenue forecasting. Led a channel sales team for a UCaaS provider, achieving a 2x increase in sales with no additional headcount. Strengthened partner relationships to enhance market presence. Positioned the business for sustained success in the channel market.

National Director of Channel Sales

ViaSat Inc.

Joined as a founding member of the channel sales team for a global satellite internet provider, playing a key role in establishing the channel program's foundation. Transitioned out as financial outcomes did not align with expectations set during the interview process, offer letter, or personal career goals.

Midwest Regional Sales Manager

Ecessa Corporation

Led a large team of sales and marketing executives for an SD-WAN provider. Established multiple Technology Solutions Distributor (TSD) relationships, building Ecessa’s reputation as one of the most respected SD-WAN providers in the channel. Drove significant growth in channel partnerships and market recognition. Transitioned out of the company due to organizational financial challenges, with the CEO assuming sales and marketing responsibilities.

Channel Chief - Vice President of Sales and Marketing

Involta

Achieved significant success by closing one of the largest deals in company history. Led sales efforts in a competitive market, driving growth and customer engagement. Transitioned out during an unexpected nationwide layoff as the company shifted to a General Manager model under new leadership to reduce costs.

Director of Sales

Brookline Networks

Founded a Trusted Advisor agency specializing in selling services through the channel. Built a highly respected agency in the marketplace as a registered agent with one of the largest Technology Solutions Distributors (TSDs). Achieved significant success, establishing a strong reputation within the channel community.

Founder

Inspiring Technology Leader | Bestselling Author | Keynote Speaker | Podcast Host

From my home in St. Paul, Minnesota, my journey has taken me across the globe, connecting with thought leaders and industry experts. With over 25 years in the tech industry, I've honed my skills in visionary leadership, business development, and creating environments where individuals and organizations thrive.

Author of "You Are Enough": My bestselling book, "You Are Enough: Overcoming Lifelong Doubts of Worthiness," offers transformative insights on conquering self-doubt and embracing inherent worth, helping readers achieve personal and professional growth.

Keynote Speaker: I deliver impactful keynotes on leadership, culture, and worthiness, blending personal stories with professional wisdom to inspire audiences to embrace authenticity and drive positive change.

Host of the Counsel Culture Podcast: My podcast ranks in the top 1% globally, where I explore themes of leadership, culture, and personal growth through engaging conversations and interviews, offering listeners actionable insights for meaningful transformation.

Professional Background: Before venturing into writing and keynote speaking, I built a successful career in technology, holding prominent leadership roles. My strategic and innovative approach has left a lasting impact on organizations and teams.

Inspire and Empower: Through my book, speeches, and podcast, I share wisdom and experiences to uplift individuals from all walks of life. Committed to fostering a supportive culture, I combine authentic storytelling with practical advice to drive self-belief and positive transformation.

Let's Connect: If you're seeking inspiration and practical strategies to drive your organization forward, or looking for a keynote speaker who can ignite change, let's connect and explore the possibilities.

Speaker | Coach | CEO | Host | Author

Counsel Culture is a www.ericbrooker.com company.

“It is all about becoming the best version of ourselves possible.”

There is an opportunity for all of us if we look for it—the chance to serve others while at the same time taking a leadership role in our own lives.

Eric hosts the award-winning podcast Counsel Culture which is currently ranked in the top 1% of all podcasts globally.

In addition, Eric is a keynote speaker focusing on topics of culture and leadership. Topics include:
- Leadership & Culture
- Self Leadership - Where It All Begins
- The Power of Vulnerability as a Leader
- The Power of Being Present

Eric provides coaching opportunities from; 
- Leadership Coaching Program
- Sales Leadership
- The Keys to Culture
- The Power of LinkedIn

Eric also provide emcee services for; fundraisers, non-profits, annual company kickoff events.

The book, "You Are Enough Overcoming Lifelong Doubts of Worthiness" was released in October 2023.

"You Are Enough" is a book about loss, grief, and hope. In this book, I share how the grieving of an estranged relationship with my oldest child took me to my own childhood to find true healing. Ultimately, it is a book about self-leadership. This book details our journey and suffering through grief and explains how we have held onto hope. I share our emotional journey as a parent and discuss the genuine suffering we have gone through (including the suffering of our children). I share our story in hopes of building a bridge for you to come to terms with the simple fact that despite not having control of every situation, You Are Enough.”

Eric A. Brooker

Waldo Waldman

Lt Col Waldo Waldman

* Global sales and leadership keynote speaker with a focus on annual sales and leadership meetings for companies and national associations.
* Leadership and Resilience expert and Executive Business coach, MBA 
* Real world sales experience both in the high tech and financial services sector. 
* Inducted into the Speaker Hall of Fame - less than 180 inductees worldwide
* Conducts keynotes, seminars & workshops on leadership, trust, peak performance, teamwork, and adapting to change.  Focus is on driving sales and building collaborative cultures of trust.

Waldo overcame massive claustrophobia and a fear of heights to become a combat decorated fighter pilot with over 65 combat missions. He believes the key to building a culture of trust lies with your wingmen – those who help you to overcome obstacles, adapt to change, and achieve success. In business & life, you should never fly solo! 
 
He is also founder of The Wingman Foundation, a 501(c)(3) whose mission is to build funds and awareness for veterans in need.  

An inductee into the prestigious Professional Speakers Hall of Fame, his clients include Marriott, Cisco, American Express, Merck, Siemens, Caterpillar, The Denver Broncos, AT&T, and Home Depot.  

He’s been featured on Fox & Friends, CNN, MSNBC, Inc. Magazine and The Harvard Business Review.

Hall of Fame Leadership Keynote Speaker and Executive Coach

IDCA - International Data Center Authority

I serve as the Director of Human Capital for the IDCA whose mission is to aid nations, governments, private and public institutions as well as citizens and professionals around the world to benefit from the promise of the digital economy to its fullest. IDCA empowers and enables all effective and measurable initiatives and efforts to establish resilient and sustainable digital initiatives worldwide.

Director Board of Directors

National Speakers Association

Member of the Board of Directors for a 3,000 member association of professional speakers, consultants, thought leaders, and vendor partners

Board of Directors

United States Air Force

Active duty Instructor Pilot & F-16 Fighter Pilot with multiple combat deployments to Iraq, Kosovo, Saudi Arabia, & South Korea. 2,700 hours, 365 combat hours, and 65 combat missions.
Multiple awards and honors including Instructor Pilot of the Year (x2), Flight Lead of the Quarter, Top Gun Air To Ground Award,  and five Air Medals with valor. 
After active duty, spent 11 years in the US Air Force Reserve in various duties, including Admissions Liaison Officer for the US Air Force Academy

Air Force F-16 Fighter pilot and T-37 Instructor pilot

Led the board of a 135+ member non-profit trade association for professional speakers and consultants in Georgia.

President, NSA Georgia

SALT Consultants

Responsible for B2B sales for high-level merger and acquisition, contingency-based consulting services. Major clients were C-suite and HR executives of Fortune 1,000 clients such as UPS, Panasonic, and Tyco Electronics.  Conducted in person and virtual presentations and negotiations.  Commission Only position.

Vice President Sales

SimiGon

Head of Business Development in the US for an international high tech software company.  Helped establish key VAR's (value added resellers) and channel partner relationships for a defense based e-learning management system.  Worked closely with companies such as Raytheon, Lockheed Martin and L-3, and many other defense contracting firms.

Business Development Manager

The Wingman. I Help Leaders Accelerate High Performance Cultures of Courage & Trust. Speaker Hall of Fame Inductee | Leadership Coach | Fighter Pilot | NY Times Bestselling Author | Hire Me to Keynote Your Next Event. ⬇️

Known as "The Wingman," I help leaders & teams adapt to change and grow collaborative cultures of courage, resilience and trust. 

A combat decorated Air Force F-16 fighter pilot, New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author, and Hall of Fame speaker, I deliver keynotes and seminars (live/virtual), executive coaching, and sales & leadership programs to entrepreneurial firms and the largest companies in the world. 

Through overcoming massive claustrophobia, a debilitating fear of heights, and 65 combat missions,  I have become an expert on change management, peak performance & resilience.  

But most of all, I have become a fierce advocate for helping others who are struggling with fear and anxiety, and finding ways to lift them out of the dungeon of doubt and get airborne. 

For it's when we fly through the turbulence and clouds, and face the missiles of adversity with courage, where we grow. 

After the Air Force, I got an MBA and earned my sales wings both in software sales and financial services...mostly as a commissioned only sales rep. As such, I love working with sales teams, entrepreneurs & executives to help them break performance barriers, overcome obstacles & build cultures of collaboration and courage. 

My philosophy: No fighter pilot flies solo and neither should you. Whether achieving victory as a fighter pilot or in business, the same qualities that ensure success apply: relentless commitment, disciplined training, dedicated teamwork, servant leadership, and most of all…Trust.

Inductee into the National Speaker's Association Speaker Hall of Fame – 1 of only 200 worldwide. Clients include Siemens, American Express, Cisco, Home Depot, Oppenheimer, Dell, Deloitte, Verizon, Merck, The Denver Broncos, New York Life, Hewlett Packard, Caterpillar, and dozens of national associations. 

Specialties: Sales keynotes, Resilience, Change Management, Inspiration, Motivation, Teamwork, leadership training, building high performing teams, sales execution. 

visit https://yourwingman.com or call 770-333-9867 and let’s explore how we can fly together

* Global sales and leadership keynote speaker. 
* Leadership and Resilience expert and Executive Business coach, MBA  
* Member of the Speaker Hall of Fame - less than 180 inductees worldwide
* Conducts keynotes, seminars & workshops on leadership, trust, peak performance, teamwork, and adapting to change.  Focus is on driving sales and building collaborative cultures of trust.
* Founder and President of The Wingman Foundation - raises funds and awareness for veterans in need and their families

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